John O'Leary
Inspirational Speaker
As a nine-year-old boy, John was burned on 100% of his body and given less than one percent chance to live. His amazing journey of survival illustrates the incredible power of the human spirit. John and his family kept their experience private until his parents wrote a book, Overwhelming Odds, to thank the family and friends who supported them on their journey of healing.
Stanley Malamed, DDS
Clinical Keynote
Faculty member since 1973 and Emeritus Professor of Anesthesia and Medicine at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC in Los Angeles. Diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology and author of the three widely used textbooks in dentistry, as well as over 140 scientific papers and 17 chapters in various medical/dental journals and text books.
John C. Maxwell
Leadership Keynote
John C. Maxwell, a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach and speaker, has sold 30 million books. He has been called the #1 leader in business by the AMA and the world’s most influential leadership expert by Inc. His organizations—The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation—have trained millions of leaders from every nation. Visit JohnMaxwell.com for more information.
Rick Workman, DMD
Founder & Executive Chairman, Heartland Dental
After many years of practicing full-time, Dr. Workman created Heartland Dental, a world-class dental support organization, offering non-clinical, administrative services to supported dentists and team members. Today, Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the U.S., with more than 850 supported dental offices in 37 states. Dr. Workman has nearly 40 years of experience in the healthcare industry. He is a former president of the ADSO and a recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in their Master’s category.
Pat Bauer
President & Chief Executive Officer, Heartland Dental
Pat joined Heartland Dental in April 1997, bringing over 23 years of experience in dental and healthcare operations management to the company. As President and CEO, he is responsible for the oversight and management of all operations and day-to-day functions of the company. A certified instructor for the Advanced Achievement Leadership program with Dr. Gerald Bell at the University of North Carolina, Pat is committed to building and promoting professional as well as personal growth for all supported doctors and team members.